Features / Interviews

Even with a five-year hiatus in the midst of their time as a band American Steel is a band synonymous with the last decade of punk music. They may not have reached the heights of peers like Rancid or Against Me!, but their place in punk history is undeniable. Scene … Read more

If you happened to read our review of Diablo Swing Orchestra's Pandora's Piñata, then you'll know that we here at SPB think pretty highly of the swinging metalheads out of Sweden. That's why one of our writers jumped at the chance to send a few questions to the band. The … Read more

A couple of years ago Vermont post-punk stalwarts The Static Age played a number of rallies in support of their state senator Bernie Sanders, whipping up support for their local representative. Andrew Paley, the frontman of The Static Age and also a solo musician, has been a long-time supporter of … Read more

The thing that's most remarkable is how calm he is. An hour ago Andrew W.K was leading a sold out show in sing-a-long choruses and multiple stage dives. but as I enter the back room of this small club, I find him looking over the itinerary for the next month … Read more

Angel Face features members of Teengenerate, American Soul Spiders, Raydios, Ruler, The Fadeways, and Firestarter. First coming together in 2021, Angel Face is gathering steam with their new single and LP released on Slovenly Records. I had the opportunity to talk to Fink about his new band, his past and … Read more

Richmond punk legends Ann Beretta recently returned for two shows this year, including a stop at The Fest 7. Scene Point Blank caught up with guitarist/vocalist Rob Huddleston and discussed the band's latest shows as well as the future with his solo project Foundation. Scene Point Blank: Ann Beretta recently … Read more

Anti-Flag is a band that has always worn their beliefs on their sleeves. The politically conscious punkers will see the release of their sixth full-length this Spring and take the road to promote its release. Scene Point Blank recently spoke with bassist Chris #2 about the band's new release as … Read more

Anti-Flag have never shied away from exploring the complex political and social issues that affect their native United States while also maintaining a dogged awareness of world affairs. This naturally finds its way into the punk band's searing, abrasive music and with their tenth album American Spring they continue to … Read more

Originally founded back in 2002 as a side project of Antaeus, Aosoth were reinvented in 2006 and have been terrorizing the metal audience since. IV: An Arrow In The Heart is the band’s newest release and BST (who has been handling most of the instruments since 2006) found the time … Read more

Audacity just released a new record, Butter Knife, on Suicide Squeeze this fall, following last year’s Mellow Cruisers (Recess Records). The band first formed when members Kyle and Matt were just 14 years-old and they’ve been playing garage rock with a pop sheen ever since. Scene Point Blank contacted bassist … Read more

Since its inception in 1995, the Warped Tour has become a summer tradition for an entire generation. Started as an alternative tour for punk rock bands, it now hosts a variety of alternative genres and has become one of the largest, most diverse summer tours. This is part one in … Read more

  Balance and Composure have kept a low profile throughout their career with a modest touring schedule but made a major statement this year with the release of their first full length album, Separation. I recently met up with Jonathan Simmons, vocalist and guitarist in the band, before their show at … Read more

Minnesota punks Banner Pilot continue to turn heads with their vintage pop-punk sound. Scene Point Blank chatted with bassist Nate Gangelhoff about the band's new full-length offering and their recent trip to The Fest. Scene Point Blank: Nate, you're listed as bass & guitar. Do you play both on the … Read more

Jay McAlister, the drunken folk singer behind Beans on Toast, is wearing oversized camo pants, a vintage ‘90s t-shirt, and a blue Adidas track jacket. He looks unassuming. Nothing he's wearing is being done ironically. I introduce myself and Jay gives me a bear hug before launching into a road … Read more

Over the past three or so decades, the face of progressive metal is, on a surface level, something that seems to undergo not that significant a change. Or at least, it can seem that way when compared to what is expected of such a nebulous and intricate area of music. … Read more

Mathieu Ball is one of two guitarists for Montreal’s Big|Brave. The trio does not offer a bass player, however, Mat and the rest of the band build equal parts angular icicles and spring thaw that throw shadows on the shallow graves they uncover. Their latest album Ardor is dense and … Read more

In 2019, Scottish musician Billy Liar released Some Legacy on Red Scare Industries. While the new label brought his music to a wider audience, Liar has been playing the circuit for years. Armed with a guitar and microphone, his songs balance the personal and political in a way that’s both … Read more

Spending the summer on the Warped Tour, Billy Pettinger, aka Billy the Kid, won over the festival with her folk-punk stylings and infectious attitude. Recently, Scene Point Blank had a chance to catch up with the singer-songwriter to talk about music, the relationship between punk and folk, and her relationship … Read more

Twins Andy and Jez Williams braved the unforgiving Welsh winter to bring us the sound of their eponymous debut, their first release since their other band Doves took an indefinite hiatus. On Black Rivers the English two-piece fully indulge in their electronic tendencies, which were peppered throughout Doves' output creating … Read more

After being blown away by Blacklisted's live performance, it only made sense to set up an interview to figure out what exactly was on singer George Hirsch's mind. The questions were sent. The answers were received. And now you can find out about Peace on Earth, War on Stage, collaborating … Read more